Actor
Nikolaj Coster-Waldau
- Born: 27 April 1970, Rudkøbing, Denmark
- Estimated net worth: $16 million
Nikolaj Coster-Waldau is a Danish actor known for his versatile performances in film and television. He gained widespread recognition for his role as Jaime Lannister in the acclaimed series 'Game of Thrones.' Coster-Waldau's career spans various genres…
Nikolaj Coster-Waldau: best films and shows
About Nikolaj Coster-Waldau
Nikolaj Coster-Waldau is a Danish actor known for his versatile performances in film and television. He gained widespread recognition for his role as Jaime Lannister in the acclaimed series 'Game of Thrones.' Coster-Waldau's career spans various genres, showcasing his talent in both dramatic and action roles, marked by a distinctive voice and strong screen presence.
- Born
- 27 April 1970, Rudkøbing, Denmark
- Height
- 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m)
- Spouses
- Guinea Coster-Waldau (1998-present)
- Children
- 2 (Filippa Coster-Waldau, Safina Coster-Waldau)
- Parents
- Hanne Coster and Jørgen Coster-Waldau
- Estimated net worth
- $16 million
Fun facts about Nikolaj Coster-Waldau
- Coster-Waldau is fluent in English, Danish, and Swedish, showcasing his linguistic skills in various film roles.
- He is an avid soccer fan and supports the Danish national team as well as the English club Manchester United.
Famous Nikolaj Coster-Waldau quotes
“The things you do for love.”
“You can't be brave if you've only had wonderful things happen to you.”
“We're all going to die, and it’s all going to be okay.”
Nikolaj Coster-Waldau filmography
Cast (89)
| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Horses & Hangmen TV | Unknown character | 8.3 |
| 2025 | King & Conqueror TV | William of Normandy | 7.3 |
| 2025 | My Fathers' Daughter Movie | Nikolaj Coster-Waldau | 5.5 |
| 2024 | Optimistens guide til planeten TV | Self - Presenter | 7.3 |
| 2023 | En særlig samtale TV | Unknown character | |
| 2023 | Nightwatch: Demons Are Forever Movie | Martin | 6.2 |
| 2023 | Agent TV | Nikolaj Coster-Waldau | 6.4 |
| 2023 | God Is a Bullet Movie | Bob Hightower | 6.3 |
| 2023 | The Flash Movie | Pizza Guy | 6.6 |
| 2023 | The Last Thing He Told Me TV | Owen Michaels | 7.0 |
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| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | The Jennifer Hudson Show TV | Self - Guest | 5.6 |
| 2022 | Against the Ice Movie | Captain Ejnar Mikkelsen | 6.8 |
| 2021 | A Taste of Hunger Movie | Carsten | 6.0 |
| 2020 | The Silencing Movie | Rayburn Swanson | 6.5 |
| 2020 | The Day We Died Movie | Rico | 5.6 |
| 2019 | Exit Plan Movie | Max Isaksen | 5.9 |
| 2019 | The Kelly Clarkson Show TV | Self - Guest | 6.2 |
| 2019 | Domino Movie | Christian Toft | 4.6 |
| 2019 | Game of Thrones: The Last Watch Movie | Self | 7.0 |
| 2019 | Through Greenland - With Nikolaj Coster-Waldau TV | Self - Host | 2.0 |
| 2019 | Gone Hollywood Movie | Jack DeVoe | |
| 2017 | Game of Thrones - Conquest & Rebellion: An Animated History of the Seven Kingdoms Movie | Jaime Lannister (voice) | 7.7 |
| 2017 | Shot Caller Movie | Jacob 'Money' Harlon | 7.0 |
| 2017 | Chicken/Egg Movie | Kenneth | 9.5 |
| 2017 | 3 Things Movie | Mikael | 6.3 |
| 2017 | Small Crimes Movie | Joe Denton | 5.4 |
| 2016 | Gods of Egypt Movie | Horus | 5.7 |
| 2015 | Klown Forever Movie | Nikolaj Coster-Waldau | 5.8 |
| 2015 | Game of Thrones: The Musical Movie | Jaime Lannister | |
| 2015 | Game of Thrones The IMAX Experience Movie | Jaime Lannister | 8.6 |
| 2015 | A Second Chance Movie | Andreas | 6.6 |
| 2014 | The Men in Blazers Show TV | Self | 6.5 |
| 2014 | The Other Woman Movie | Mark King | 6.4 |
| 2014 | The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon TV | Self | 5.8 |
| 2013 | A Thousand Times Good Night Movie | Marcus | 6.8 |
| 2013 | Oblivion Movie | Sykes | 6.7 |
| 2013 | Mama Movie | Lucas Desange | 6.3 |
| 2011 | Headhunters Movie | Clas Greve | 7.2 |
| 2011 | Blackthorn Movie | Butch Cassidy | 6.6 |
| 2011 | Game of Thrones TV | Sir Jaime 'Kingslayer' Lannister | 8.5 |
| 2010 | ZULU Comedy Galla TV | Nikolaj Coster-Waldau | 10.0 |
| 2009 | The Left Wing Gang TV | Jan Weimann | 8.0 |
| 2009 | At World's End Movie | Severin Geertsen | 5.5 |
| 2009 | Live from Bremen TV | Forskellige roller | 5.0 |
| 2009 | Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen TV | Self - Guest | 4.9 |
| 2009 | Virtuality TV | Unknown character | 7.2 |
| 2009 | Virtuality Movie | Commander Frank Pike | 5.2 |
| 2008 | Himmerland Movie | Thomas | 5.6 |
| 2008 | New Amsterdam TV | John Amsterdam | 7.1 |
| 2008 | Kaotokeino-opprøret (TV-serien) TV | Biskop Juell | |
| 2008 | The Kautokeino Rebellion Movie | Biskop Juell | 6.1 |
| 2007 | The Early Years: Erik Nietzsche Part 1 Movie | Sammy | 4.7 |
| 2007 | Wonderful and Loved by All Movie | Micke | 5.8 |
| 2007 | Filthy Gorgeous Movie | Alex | 1.7 |
| 2007 | The Baker Movie | Bjorn | 6.4 |
| 2006 | Triple Dare Movie | Martin | 4.9 |
| 2006 | Soccer Aid TV | Self - Player | 7.3 |
| 2006 | Firewall Movie | Liam | 5.9 |
| 2005 | Shadow of the Sword Movie | Martin | 5.8 |
| 2005 | Kingdom of Heaven Movie | Village Sheriff | 7.1 |
| 2004 | My Name Is Modesty: A Modesty Blaise Adventure Movie | Miklos | 4.4 |
| 2004 | Wimbledon Movie | Dieter Prohl | 6.2 |
| 2004 | The Good Cop Movie | Sune | 6.4 |
| 2003 | The Bouncer Movie | Svend | 5.4 |
| 2003 | Stealing Rembrandt Movie | Kenneth | 6.0 |
| 2003 | Jimmy Kimmel Live! TV | Self - Guest | 5.3 |
| 2003 | Jimmy Kimmel Live! TV | Self | 5.3 |
| 2002 | 24 Hours in the Life of a Woman Movie | Anton | 5.6 |
| 2002 | The Essence of Combat: Making 'Black Hawk Down' Movie | Self | 4.5 |
| 2001 | Black Hawk Down Movie | Gordon | 7.4 |
| 2001 | Enigma Movie | Puck | 6.3 |
| 2000 | Lock, Stock... TV | Jordi | 6.3 |
| 2000 | Foreign Fields Movie | Holt | 6.3 |
| 1999 | Hvem vil være millionær? Classic TV | Nikolaj Coster-Waldau | |
| 1999 | Misery Harbour Movie | Espen Arnakke | 4.9 |
| 1999 | Antenneforeningen Movie | Rocker | 7.3 |
| 1998 | Angel of the Night Movie | Frankie | 4.3 |
| 1998 | Wildside Movie | Ossy | 5.9 |
| 1997 | Bent Movie | Wolf | 6.9 |
| 1997 | Leute heute TV | Self | 5.2 |
| 1994 | Nightwatch Movie | Martin | 6.9 |
| 1993 | Hit the Bag Movie | Christian | 8.3 |
| 1991 | Requiem Movie | Unknown character | |
| 1989 | The Simpsons TV | Markery (voice) | 8.0 |
| 1988 | LIVE with Kelly and Mark TV | Self - Guest | 5.6 |
| 1975 | Saturday Night Live TV | Self - Cameo (uncredited) | 6.9 |
| TBA | Autopilot Movie | George (voice) | |
| TBA | The Last Mrs. Parrish Movie | Jackson Parrish | |
| TBA | Virtue Movie | Unknown character |
Crew (10)
| Year | Title | Role | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Qajaq Man Movie | Producer · Production | |
| 2025 | King & Conqueror TV | Executive Producer · Production | 7.3 |
| 2025 | King & Conqueror TV | Director · Directing | 7.3 |
| 2023 | The Flash Movie | Thanks · Crew | 6.6 |
| 2022 | Against the Ice Movie | Producer · Production | 6.8 |
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| Year | Title | Role | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Against the Ice Movie | Screenplay · Writing | 6.8 |
| 2021 | Flee Movie | Executive Producer · Production | 7.7 |
| 2017 | 3 Things Movie | Executive Producer · Production | 6.3 |
| 1998 | Wildside Movie | Writer · Writing | 5.9 |
| TBA | Virtue Movie | Producer · Production |
Latest releases
- My Fathers' Daughter2025 / TMDB 5.5
- Nightwatch: Demons Are Forever2023 / TMDB 6.2
- God Is a Bullet2023 / TMDB 6.3
- The Flash2023 / TMDB 6.6
- Against the Ice2022 / TMDB 6.8
- A Taste of Hunger2021 / TMDB 6.0
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Questions about Nikolaj Coster-Waldau
What are some of Nikolaj Coster-Waldau's most famous roles?
Nikolaj Coster-Waldau is best known for his role as Jaime Lannister in 'Game of Thrones' and for his performances in films like 'Black Hawk Down' and 'The Other Woman.'
Has Nikolaj Coster-Waldau won any awards?
Coster-Waldau has received several award nominations, including Primetime Emmy nominations for his role in 'Game of Thrones.' He has also won the Bodil Award for Best Supporting Actor.
What was Nikolaj Coster-Waldau's first film?
Nikolaj Coster-Waldau's first film was 'Nightwatch' released in 1994, where he played the character of a student who becomes involved in a series of mysterious events.
What are Nikolaj Coster-Waldau's most successful films?
Some of Coster-Waldau's most successful films include 'Game of Thrones,' 'Black Hawk Down,' and 'Gods of Egypt,' which have all received critical acclaim and box office success.
What is known about Nikolaj Coster-Waldau's personal life?
Nikolaj Coster-Waldau is married to Guinea Coster-Waldau, and they have two daughters. He is known for keeping his personal life private while being active in various charitable causes.
What is Nikolaj Coster-Waldau's estimated net worth?
Nikolaj Coster-Waldau's estimated net worth is approximately $16 million, attributed to his successful acting career and various endorsements.
What are some milestones in Nikolaj Coster-Waldau's filmography?
Key milestones in Coster-Waldau's filmography include his breakout role in 'Game of Thrones,' his performance in 'The Other Woman,' and his lead role in the film 'Shot Caller.'
Is Nikolaj Coster-Waldau involved in any charitable work?
Yes, Nikolaj Coster-Waldau is actively involved in charitable work, particularly with organizations focused on climate change and humanitarian efforts.